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kids' health
Keeping the kids healthy is a parent's top priority. Dr. Steven Muething can help. Dr. Muething is associate director of pediatrics at the prestigious Cincinnati Children's Hospital, and the Health Show's pediatric expert. Check out Dr. M's advice on everything from teething and viruses to sleep problems and sports injuries.
July 6, 2006
Sun safety for kids
The American Cancer Society lists even one severe childhood sunburn as a major risk factor toward developing skin cancer as an adult. Here to talk about summer sun safety is The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, associate director of general pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
listen to this story in RealAudio 5:10
April 20, 2006
Kids who fall through the healthcare cracks
Vaccines and other advances in health care for children are the main reasons that an outbreak of the mumps is news. Over the past decade or so many initiatives have been taken to make sure children are getting good medical care. But there are always kids who, for one reason or another, fall between the cracks. Here to talk about the continuing lack of medical care for some kids in the US is The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, associate director of general pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
March 9, 2006
Dr. Steve on the chicken pox
When the chicken pox vaccine was introduced a little over a decade ago, a lot of people had their doubts. Many of those doubts have been erased, as have most new cases of the illness. Here to talk about the future of the chicken pox is The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, associate director of general pediatrics at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital.
January 12, 2006
Matching patients and meds
Now that we've talked about new ways to pay for drugs, let's talk about new ways to find and prescribe those meds. Here with some information about new methods of matching the right medication to the right patient is The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, associate director of general pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
December 8, 2005
Growing new pediatricians
Where do good pediatricians come from No, there isn't a cabbage patch behind the hospital. Here to talk about what the next generation of pediatricians will be going through to become pediatricians is The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, associate director of general pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
November 10, 2005
Dt. Steve's excellent adventure
We're pretty sure that every one of us has had to, at one time or another, answer the question "What did you do on your summer vacation?" We're also pretty sure that not many people had as cool an answer as The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething. Dr. Steve is associate director of general pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
October 27, 2005
Kids and constipation
There are some health conditions that we are just not comfortable talking about. And if we find it hard to tell someone, imagine how hard it can be for a kid. Well, we're going to have one of those conversations right now... about constipation. And if it involves kids, you know it's going to involve The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, associate director of general pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
September 15, 2005
Dr. Steve on learning disorders
Screening for mental illness is very different than watching for students who are having trouble learning. As students across the entire country now settle in for the new school year, many parents and teachers are keeping an eye out for any problems that may indicate a possible learning disorder. Here to talk about those problems is The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, associate director of general pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
August 25, 2005
Weight training for kids reconsidered
With all the talk about childhood obesity in the US, much has been made about getting kids to exercise. But, should that exercise include strength training? For years, the convention wisdom was no, strength or weight training could harm a young person’s growth plates, areas of cartilage in the skeletal system that have not yet turned to bone. Now, there’s a growing movement in the other direction. Here to talk about what is still a fairly controversial subject in health circles is Darren Rafferty, an exercise physiologist at Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital in Schenectady, New York.
additional info:
» Darren Rafferty recently wrote "Guidelines for Youth Strength Training," which appeared in the April edition of The Sport Supplement, the online publication of the United States Sports Academy.
August 18, 2005
Chirldren and surgery
The only thing tougher than preparing your child for surgery could be preparing yourself for your child’s surgery. Hear to talk about what happens when a child needs an operation is The Health Show’s pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, associate director of general pediatrics at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital.
August 4, 2005
Dr. Steve on discipline
There are no easy answers when it comes to raising a child, but one of the toughest decisions any parent faces is how to discipline a child. Here to talk about this very personal topic is The Health Show’s pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, associate director of general pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
July 14, 2005
Dr. M on latch-key kids
As more parents find work outside the home, more kids than ever are becoming latch-key kids. Here to talk about these kids is The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, associate director of general pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
additional info:
» The National Childcare Information Center
June 16, 2005
Sun safety for kids
The American Cancer Society counts just one severe childhood sunburn as a major risk factor toward developing skin cancer as an adult. Here to talk about sun safety is The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, associate director of general pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
June 2, 2005
Kids, allergies and asthma
All around the country pollen is flying and people who suffer from allergies are feeling the effects. This can be an especially dangerous time for children who suffer from asthma. Here to talk about the relationship between allergies and asthma is The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, associate director of general pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
May 12, 2005
Keeping kids away from alcohol
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that alcohol is often a factor in the three leading causes of death for people between the ages of 15 and 24: auto accidents, homicide and suicide. This year, the American Medical Association is launching a national initiative called Leadership To Keep Children Alcohol Free aimed at educating 9 to 12-year-olds about the dangers ahead. The Health Show’s Glenn Busby spoke with Dr. J. Edward Hill, president of the AMA.
additional info:
» There's more about the AMA's campaign at alcoholfreechildren.org
May 12, 2005
Is the message getting through?
Campaigns warning kids and teenagers about the dangers of underage drinking and drug use can be found on TV, the internet and in magazines -- wherever there's a good chance they'll find the right audience. The question is: how effective are these campaigns? Our pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, associate director of general pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital has some thoughts on the topic. He spoke with The Health Show's Mary Darcy about whether those anti-alcohol messages are hitting home with kids.
May 6, 2005
Kids and the new food pyramid
There are many tools parents can use to keep their kids at a healthy weight and recently the government provided an updated one. The US Department of Agriculture released a new version of the food pyramid. By turning the old model on its side, adding an exercise component and an interactive web site, the USDA hopes the new food pyramid will get kids interested in their own eating habits. Here to talk about it is The Health Show's Pediatric Consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
April 7, 2005
Fever seizures in kids
About one in ten children will have a fever seizure during an illness. It can be a frightening experience for both child and parent. Here to shed some light on fever seizures is The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. He spoke with The Health Show's Mary Darcy.
February 24, 2005
To circumcise or not
There are so many choices to make when a new baby is born. Choosing a name, choosing furniture for the nursery, choosing a college. Okay, we may be getting ahead of ourselves. But there is one choice that only about half of all new parents have to make: whether or not to circumcise that new baby boy. Here to talk about that choice is The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
January 27, 2005
Kids, antidepressants and suicide
The Food and Drug Administration recently issued a public health advisory to warn of the increased risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior in children and adolescents being treated with antidepressants. The agency directed manufacturers to add a "black box" warning to the labeling of all antidepressants to describe this risk and emphasize the need for close monitoring of patients on these medications. Here to talk about this development is The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.*
additional info:
» FDA information on kids and antidepressants
*correction: Dr. Muething mentions that the brand name for fluoxetine is Paxil. It is not. Fluoxetine's brand name is Prozac. We regret the error.
December 17, 2004
Dr. M on holiday safety for kids
From toddlers to teens to everything in between, the holidays season can be a lot of fun for children. It can also hold a hidden hazard or bellyache. Hear to talk about making it a safe holiday for the kids is The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
December 9, 2004
New guidelines for ADD treatment
The American Academy of Pediatrics has announced new guidelines in the treatment of kids with attention deficit disorder, or as it's often called, ADD. Here to talk about them is The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, associate director of general pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
November 18, 2004
Dr. M on pain management in kids
Managing pain has become a big part of health care in the US, but pain management in young children sometimes doesn't get the attention it deserves. Here to talk about this is The Health Show pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
October 21, 2004
Overcoming leukemia in kids
A parent will never be able to relax when they hear the word "leukemia" from their child's doctor, but years of hard work and cooperation have changed what used to be a death sentence to a dangerous, but in many cases curable disease. Here to talk about the advances in pediatric leukemia care is The Health Show's Pediatric Consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
October 14, 2004
Baby proofing your house
Welcoming a new baby to your life means, among many other things, turning a room in your home into a nursery. But with everything else going on, are you sure that room is a safe place for baby to play and grow? Here to talk about creating a safe, functional room for baby and parents alike is Sandra Gordon, baby safety expert on the program "Make Room For Baby", which airs on the Discovery Health Channel Tuesday evenings at 10. Sandra is also the co-author of Consumer Reports "Best Baby Products."
September 9, 2004
Dr. M on going back to school
The end of summer not only means the heating up of the presidential race, it also means it's time for the kids to head back to school. The Health Show's Pediatric Consultant Dr. Stephen Muething joins us with some early school year words of advice.
August 5, 2004
Dr. M on the Coxsackie Virus
Nothing can ruin a kid's summer fun than coming down with a fever and sore throat. Right now that's happening a lot in pockets around the country and it's all because of a nasty bug called the Coxsackie Virus. Here to talk about it is The Health Show's Pediatric Consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
July 29, 2004
Kids and open heart surgery
Few things can frighten a parent more than learning that their young child needs heart surgery. But advances in pediatric heart surgery have significantly reduced mortality rates for kids with heart problems. Joining us today to look at some of these advances is our pediatric consultant Dr. Steven Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. He spoke with The Health Show's Mary Darcy about how many kids actually need open heart surgery.
July 7, 2004
Dr. M on kids and headaches
Headaches are usually thought of as a grown up problem, but they are much more common in children than you might imagine. A study of nine thousand children conducted by the American Academy of Family Physicians found that a third of the children seven years and older, and half of the adolescents 15 years and older, had experienced headaches. When is a headache a symptom of something more serious in our kids and how can we help? Here to talk about this is our pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. He spoke with The Health Show's Mary Darcy, who wondered if kids are getting more headaches, or they're just getting reported more often.
May 6, 2004
Raising a bipolar child
Just how common is bipolar disorder in children? According to the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, up to one third of the nearly three million children with depression in the US may actually be experiencing the early onset of bipolar disorder. The Health Show's Glenn Busby looked into the latest research on bipolar kids with the authors of the new book "The Ups and Downs of Raising a Bipolar Child".
May 6, 2004
Cutting down on medical errors in kids
Each year almost 86,000 people, including many children, die in the United States due to medical errors. Now, new technology is being introduced to decrease the chances of a medical error harming your child. Here to talk about these advances is The Health Show Pediatric Consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. He spoke with The Health Show's Mary Darcy.
April 29, 2004
Dr. M on winning over picky eaters
We can take all the steps in the world to make sure our children's food is safe and healthy, but it won't do a bit of good if they won't eat it! Here to talk about keeping that picky eater healthy is our pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. He spoke with The Health Show's Mary Darcy.
April 22, 2004
A new approach to treating ear infections
Kids will get ear infections and doctors will prescribe antibiotics. There's nothing unusual about that, at least in the United States. In other countries, though, antibiotics are not as commonly dispensed for minor infections. Now, new pediatric guidelines for US doctors are changing the way some doctors treat ear infections. Rachel Dornhelm reports.
April 22, 2004
Dr. M on kids and language development
Most parents and teachers will tell you that children develop their ability to communicate at different rates. Even within the same family one sibling may learn to talk much earlier than another. So how can parents tell if a child is developing language at a rate that's normal for them, or if there's a problem that should be addressed? Here to give some answers is our pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. He spoke with The Health Show's Mary Darcy.
March 18, 2004
Kids and stress
As adults, we're perhaps used to stress on the job and in everyday life. But what about stress on the playground and in the schoolroom? It is a fact that even young children suffer from stress and here to tell us how to help them cope with that stress is The Health Show's Pediatric Consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. He spoke with The Health Show's Mary Darcy.
January 15, 2004
Taking fitness into the classroom
Obesity is pervasive in our society, especially among young people. According to the CDC, 15 percent of America's kids are obese and another 15 percent are at risk for becoming obese. In some cases schools are stepping in to help battle the epidemic. Catherine Welch recently visited a school in Jefferson City, Missouri, that is working on a new approach to help kids keep fit.
January 15, 2004
New tech helps kids with diabetes
Diabetes is one of the many problems that can stem from obesity...but that is type II, or adult onset diabetes. Although we are beginning to see type II diabetes in younger people, the most common form of the disease in kids is known as type 1, or juvenile diabetes. Until recently, kids who had it faced some tough restrictions. But new technology is helping kids with juvenile diabetes live more normal lives. Here to tell us about some of that technology and how it's helping is The Health Show's Pediatric Consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
December 18, 2003
Kids and the flu
The number and severity of flu cases among children this year has surprised and overwhelmed doctors in many parts of the United States. Here with a look at how this year's flu strain is affecting kids is The Health Show's Pediatric Consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
December 4, 2003
Packing lunches packed with nutrition
Getting the kids off to school with a healthy lunch in their backpack can be a challenge. Making it a lunch that they'll actually eat is even tougher. Today we're going to help parents pack a lunch that is packed with nutritional goodness, as well as good taste. With us to help is registered dietician and author Debbie Allen.
additional info:
» You can find more of Debbie Allen's recipes on line at mealsmatter.org.
November 19, 2003
Flu shots for kids
For many of us, getting a flu shot is an annual rite of autumn. But should it be a family tradition? The Health Show's pediatric consultant joins us today for a look at kids and the flu shot. Dr. Muething is associate Director of Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
November 13, 2003
Drug trials for children
Before an over the counter medication goes on the market, it goes through an extensive testing process, which can take years. Most of these tests are conducted on adults. So what about the medications we give our children? How are tests conducted on those drugs? And what are the special concerns surrounding clinical trials and kids? Joining us with the answer to that question is Health Show pediatrician Dr. Steve Muething. Dr. Muething is Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
October 30, 2003
Do you know your child's BMI?
The American Academy of Pediatrics recently recommended that the BMI -- or body-mass index -- be calculated and plotted annually for all children and adolescents. It's part of an effort to identify strategies that could help reduce the childhood obesity epidemic. The Health Show's Pat Bradley reports.
October 23, 2003
Talking with kids about death
While medical science has successfully tackled many types of cancer and other life threatening diseases, the fact remains that no matter what doctors do, eventually everyone dies. Adults who have lost a loved one know that it can be one of life's most painful experiences . But for children, coping with the loss of someone close can be even more difficult and confusing. Joining us today with some tips on helping children cope with grief is The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething. Dr. Muething, is Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
October 16, 2003
Growth charts for kids
Growing up, you may have been warned by adults not to smoke for fear it would stunt your growth. If you smoked anyway, it might be hard to tell what the affects were on your growth since no one knew how tall you might have been if you didn't smoke at all. Growth, pardon the pun, was hard to measure. So what are the factors that affect growth? How do we know if our children are growing at the correct and healthy rate for them? For that we turn to The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Steve Muething, associate director of pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
October 16, 2003
A camp for the Internet addicted
An active lifestyle may open your kids up to the possibility of injury, but as most parents know, keeping them behind the computer or in front of video games isn't the answer either. If it seems someone you know is "addicted" to computers or video games, you may be right. In our high tech society these attachments can be formed early in life and they are certainly not limited to computer users in the US. Reporter Mikayla Grayshen examines the problem at a first-of-its-kind camp for computer game addicts in Northern Germany.
October 2, 2003
How to pick a doctor for your kids
One of the most important decisions in raising a healthy child is picking a good family doctor. The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething recently spoke with Mary Darcy about the steps parents should take when choosing a doctor for their child.
September 18, 2003
Kids and over-the-counter medicine
Making sure you're getting the proper drugs for your condition is vital, especially for children. When a doctor prescribes a medication, it always comes with specific directions about how, when and in what amount the drug should be taken. Over the counter medications are another story. The Health Show's Pediatric Consultant Dr. Stephen Muething recently spoke with producer Mary Darcy about the challenge parents face making choices for their kids in the drug aisle.
September 11, 2003
Back to school... with asthma
The change of seasons can really be a problem for kids with asthma. Here to explain why and to give us some more facts on how children are coping with asthma these days is The Health Show's Pediatric Consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. He spoke with The Health Show's Mary Darcy about the reasons for increased asthma attacks at this time of the year.
August 14, 2003
Back to school health tips
Believe it or not, it is that time of year already. Summer vacation will be over before you know it. In fact, in some parts of the country the kids are already back at their desks. Here to help ease students and parents into a more healthy and productive school year is The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething. Dr. Muething is Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
August 14, 2003
A healthier ride to school
For students in one state, the school year will begin with a cleaner, healthier ride to school. That's the goal of a New York state program that requires school buses to create less air pollution. The Health Show's Brian Shields reports.
August 7, 2003
States listening to newborn tests
A recent national study looked at how well states do in testing newborns for hearing problems. Most states have laws requiring the testing, and one state in particular, New York, showed a sharp increase in its national ranking after passing such a law. The Health Show's Brian Shields reports.
August 7, 2003
Treatments for hearing loss in children
Government mandated tests are helping to identify newborns with hearing problems. So, what do those tests entail? For a closer look at the tests and treatments for hearing loss in children we're joined by The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething.
July 10, 2003
Sorting out childhood vaccinations
Deciding which vaccinations an infant receives is one of the first big health care choices a new parent has to face. Here to make some sense out of all those choices is The Health Show's Pediatric Consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
July 3, 2003
Number of preemies on the rise
The number of premature births are on the rise. For a look at the some of the reasons behind this increase we're joined by The Health Show's Pediatric Consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
June 26, 2003
Smoking plays bigger role in the movies
According to The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, the silver screen is a little smokier these days. A study conducted by the campaign shows that while on screen smoking decreased between 1960 and 1980, it has increased since the 1990's. How is Hollywood's penchant for tobacco affecting your kids? Well, a study of adolescents by the Dartmouth Medical School found that children who watch movies where actors smoke a lot are about three times more likely to take up the habit. The study is significant because it is the first to assess children before they take up the habit and track them over time. The Health Show's Pat Bradley reports.
June 12, 2003
Childhood asthma and smoking
Cigarette smoke is only one of many triggers for people with asthma, an illness more people in this country seem to be struggling with, particularly children. Joining us with a look at some important facts about childhood asthma is The Health Show's Pediatric Consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
May 29, 2003
Kids are growing up faster... really
Parents have always complained that kids grow up too quickly, but now there's evidence that it could be true. Recent studies indicate that some children are starting puberty earlier. Here to look at the reasons for this phenomenon and how it is affecting our children is Health Show Pediatric Consultant Dr. Stephen Muething.
May 15, 2003
Sports injuries and teen girls
High school athletes are right in the middle of their spring season and, unfortunately, that means pulled muscles and broken bones for some of those kids. In fact, teenage girls are about five times as likely as boys to suffer serious sports related problems, especially knee injuries. Here to talk about those problems is The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. Welcome back to the show Dr. Muething...
May 15, 2003
Growing hope for kids with bone cancer
While treating young people with sports injuries can be serious, treating children with bone cancer is critical. These youngsters can face multiple surgeries as they age...or even the loss of a limb to the disease. But now a child in Columbus, Ohio has become the second in the nation to get an experimental prosthetic device to replace bones in his leg... one that will grow with him. The device is being hailed as a breakthrough for children with cancer. Natalie Walston reports.
May 8, 2003
The hunt is on for summer camps
The impending arrival of summer has many parents scrambling to find the right summer camp for their kids. Joining us to offer some advice on the right path is The Health Show's Pediatric Consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
May 8, 2003
Convincing kids to try new foods
If your dinner menu included nothing but hot dogs and pizza and peanut butter & jelly chances are you'd have little trouble getting the kids to eat. Sure, it's important that kids eat a variety of foods, but it can also be frustrating. Health Show nutritionist Anne Rogan has some tips to encourage adventurous eating in kids. Welcome back Anne. So, how do we get the kids to try new foods?
Health Show nutritionist Anne Rogan is a registered dietician and the Dean of the Division of Culinary Arts, Hospitality and Tourism at The State University of New York at Cobleskill
April 24, 2003
Breast vs. bottle
No matter how a baby comes into this world...once it's here...it has to eat. For years doctors have been telling new mom's that breast milk is best. studies reinforcing those benefits. Here to discuss those studies and to offer some help and advice for parents is The Health Shows pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething. Dr. Muething is the Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
April 10, 2003
Talking to your kids about war
News about the war is everywhere. TV, newspapers, radio... even around the dinner table. And little kids have big ears. How can we help children deal with the war? Here to talk about that is The Health Show's Pediatric Consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. Dr. Steve how can we help our kids understand what's happening in the world?
March 27, 2003
Keeping your active child injury-free
Keeping kids off crutches and injury-free can seem like a full-time job. Playgrounds, ball fields, even some areas of the home hold potential hazards for active and curious children. In fact, injuries are the leading cause of death in children beyond new-born age. How do we keep them safe and what do we do if an accident does occur? The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething joins us today with some advice. Dr. Muething, more children die from injury than sickness?
March 6, 2003
Family-centered care
A new concept in health care is making it's way to health care centers and private physicians offices. It's called family-centered care and here to tell us what it's all about is The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething Dr. Meuthing, chances are many of our listeners are unfamiliar with this new concept in health care... just what is family-centered care?
February 20, 2003
Syncing your baby's sleep with your own
New parents often run into problems adjusting their infant's body clock to their own...and that can lead to red eyes and frayed nerves. Here with advice to ease the strain and help adjust the sleep cycle is the Health Show's Pediatric Consultant Dr. Stephen Meuthing, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. Dr. Steve how do we get these kids to sleep?
February 6, 2003
MMR vaccine worries
While children in Africa suffer from the lack of Measles vaccine...some parents in Europe and The United States are wondering if the vaccine is safe for their children. A British study in 1998 suggested a link between the Measles, Mumps, Rubella, or MMR Vaccine and increased rates of autism. With us to discuss the controversy is The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, associate director of general pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. Welcome back Dr. Muething. Let's talk about the MMR Vaccine. Is there still thought to be a connection between the vaccine and autism...and what are those fears based on?
January 24, 2003
Lead poisoning is still a problem
It's been nearly a quarter of a century since the United States government banned the use of lead-based paint in homes. Yet, more than 800,000 young children still suffer from lead poisoning. In some parts of the nation, more than one in four children under the age of six have elevated lead levels in their bloodstream. The problem is especially pressing in communities with older homes. Steve Edwards reports:
January 24, 2003
Lead poisoning in kids - Dr. Muething
So how much of a problem is lead poisoning in the United States today? Well, with us to discuss lead poisoning in kids is The Health Show Pediatric Consultant Dr. Stephen Meuthing...
January 16, 2003
Accidental poisoning - Dr. Muething
So municipalities are taking care to keep mercury from poisoning the water supply. But there are lots of other contaminants waiting to poison us...and our kids. Just ask the parents of a toddler who's gotten into the mothballs, or the pretty pills in mommy's purse. Accidents can happen even in the most childproof homes...so it's important for parents to know how to handle accidental poisoning . Joining us today with some advice is The Health Show's Pediatric Consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, Associate Director of General Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. Dr. Muething...just how common are cases of household poisoning...?
January 9, 2003
Kids and TV - Dr. Muething
Being stuck inside on a cold winter's day often means the kids will be glued to the TV for a few hours. But after decades of kids growing up with television as a friend and babysitter, are we any closer to knowing how it's affecting their health? Today The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething weighs in on the discussion. Dr. Muething, what is all this TV doing to our kids....?
December 12, 2002
Talking about bronchiolitis - Dr. Muething
Pediatricians in the U-S don't find themselves dealing with TB very often. They do however face a whole host of other respiratory illnesses. Bronchiolitis is one of the most common winter respiratory infections..one that can lead to more serious breathing problems if it's not handled correctly. To help avoid that we're joined today by The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething, associate director of pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. Dr. Muething, just what is bronchiolitis?
December 5, 2002
Asperger's Syndrome
Children with Asperger's Syndrome, a neurobiological disorder, have normal intelligence levels, but they struggle with social skills. They often prefer to immerse themselves in a particular area of interest. This presents a particular challenge to educators, who must strike a balance between encouraging these interests and helping children relate more successfully to others. The Health Show's Lisa Phillips reports...
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December 5, 2002
Valerie Paradiz on Elisha's Cup
One of the children we just heard from, is a young man named Elijah. Elijah's mother, Valerie Paradiz has written a book about the joys and challenges of raising a child with Asperger's syndrome. Her book is called "Elijah's Cup: A Family's Journey Into the Community and Culture of High Functioning Autism and Asperger's Syndrome". Valerie Paradiz joins us today talk about the effects of Autism and Asperger's Syndrome on not just the affected child, but on the rest of the family. Valerie, how you first discover Elijah's condition.
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December 5, 2002
Child Heart Murmurs - Dr. Muething
Hearts murmurs are very common in young children...but what exactly are they? Sounds like a good questions for the Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Stephen Muething...associate director of pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. Dr. Muething, is a heart murmur something that a parent needs to be very concerned about?
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November 28, 2002
Toy Safety Tips
Now that we've helped you navigate the minefield known as the holiday table...we move on to yet another hidden holiday hazard..the toy store. Sounds innocent enough right...still, an average of fifteen deaths every year occur in toy related accidents. In 2001, 25 people died while playing with toys. How can we be sure this years holiday gifts are safe? The Health Show's Arlen Cellana reports...
November 21, 2002
Flu shots for kids?
For many of us, getting a flu shot is an annual rite of autumn. But should it be a family tradition? Here to tell us if children should be given an annual flu shot is The Health Show's pediatric consultant Dr. Steve Muething, associate Director of Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. So tell us Dr. Muething, should our kids be rolling up their sleeves come flu season?
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Dr. Stephen Muething
Dr. Muething is the associate director of clinical services at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. He's also the host of the program Your Child's Health on local public radio station WVXU.